Robert Rudolph
Dow |
Robert (Bob) G. Rudolph, 73, passed away unexpectedly at 8:20 a.m. at his home on Tuesday, June 5, 2018. He was born on Oct. 5, 1944, in Grafton, Illinois. He was the 3rd of three children born to A.J. and Gertrude Rudolph. In 1963, he married Joyce A. Lane in Dow, Illinois. They spent 24 happy years together while raising three sons. Joyce preceded him in death in 1988.
In 1989, he married Micky Whitlock in Jerseyville, Illinois. Together they shared 29 wonderful years.
Bob retired from Owens Illinois Machine Shop in Godfrey, Illinois after 37 years of service, at the young age of 57. At the start, he attended night school while working to become a journeyman machinist.
Bob was a wonderful father and grandpa who loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed woodworking, showing cars and motorcycling. In recent years, he rode his motorcycle as often as possible, including many cross-country trips.
He was known for being a man of many talents including painting cars and motorcycles and creating numerous wood projects. He was extremely impressive with his ability to freehand and create artwork from nearly any material. He was also an antique and local history enthusiast, as well as an avid collector.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Don.
He is survived by three children: Jeff (Lisa) Rudolph of Brighton, Illinois; Brian Rudolph of Godfrey, Illinois; Jason (Kathy) Rudolph of Dow, Illinois; eight grandchildren: Brennan, Samantha, Taylor, Tristyn, Brooke, Dylan, Blake, and Kayla.
Per his wishes, no funeral is being held. However, the family invites you to join them to share memories of Bob in a Celebration of Life gathering on June 17, 2018, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Do Drop Inn in Dow, Illinois.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Relay for Life in Jerseyville, Illinois.
Alexander & Gubser Funeral Home in Charge of Arrangements
Alexander Funeral Home
